#51 -Chicago Made w/ itoldLexi

#51 -Chicago Made w/ itoldLexi

In this episode, Folarin is joined by Chicago-based R&B singer and songwriter itoldLexi. They discuss her early start in music through the Chicago Children’s Choir, the discipline and international experiences that shaped her, and how her parents helped guide her creative journey. Lexi shares her time at Berklee College of Music, navigating finding her sound, and the process of developing as an artist. They also get into her experiences working with Chance the Rapper, performing at Lollapalooza, and building confidence as a performer. The conversation also touches on vulnerability in songwriting, personal growth, her time living in London, and what’s next for her career, and much more!! TIME STAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 2:30 – Growing up + getting into music (Chicago Children’s Choir) 6:30 – Choir experience + discipline + international travel 11:00 – Musical influences + early songwriting 15:30 – Finding her sound + artistry development 20:00 – Personal growth + London experience + self-improvement 26:30 – Berklee College of Music 32:30 – Songwriting process + vulnerability in music 36:30 – Working with Chance the Rapper + early industry moments 40:30 – Performing (Lollapalooza + live shows) 42:30 – Putting music out + confidence as an artist 43:45 – Goals for the future + what success looks like 45:23 – Outro CREDITS: Hosted by Folarin Okulaja Produced by Folarin Okulaja Engineered by Folarin Okulaja Subscribe to Go With the Flo on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ] https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516]

#50 - Shoot your Shot w/ Michelle Alozie

In this episode, Folarin is joined by Nigerian international footballer Michelle Alozie. They discuss her journey from Yale to professional soccer, navigating setbacks like going undrafted and playing in Kazakhstan, and how a cold email led to her opportunity with the Houston Dash. Michelle shares her experience joining the Super Falcons, playing in the World Cup, Olympics, and winning WAFCON, including her game-winning semifinal goal. They also get into her life off the pitch, balancing cancer research, brand partnerships, and her growing interest in fashion, and much more!! TIME STAMPS: 0:00 – Michelle Intro 3:22 – Getting into soccer + early career 4:18 – Choosing Yale + Ivy League vs SEC 5:42 – ACL injury + going undrafted 8:10 – Kazakhstan experience 11:36 – Houston trial + cold email story 13:27 – “Shoot your shot” mindset 15:21 – Houston Dash journey 18:56 – Getting called up to Nigeria 22:38 – First cap + early Super Falcons experience 24:32 – World Cup + Olympics experiences 32:09 – WAFCON run + game-winning goal 38:19 – Life off the field (research, media, fashion) 51:18 – Reflection + betting on yourself 56:00 – Outro CREDITS: Hosted by Folarin Okulaja Produced by Folarin Okulaja Engineered by Folarin Okulaja Subscribe to Go With the Flo on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ] https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516]

#49 - Building Through Virality w/ CamilosGarden

In this episode, Folarin is joined by musical artist CamilosGarden. They get into his journey through different genres and why he’s now focused on building a sound that’s more authentic to his roots. CamilosGarden talks about his creative process, his obsession with music videos and cinematography, and what it’s like navigating the highs and lows of virality. They also cover his On The Radar appearances, going on tour with Lil Tjay (including performing at the O2 Arena), working with ASAP Ferg, and much more!! TIME STAMPS: 0:00 - 132K Listeners at 23 Years Old 4:20 – Growing Up in Queens + Colombian Roots 7:00 – From Boom-Bap to Melodic Pop 10:15 – Finding His Sound & Not “Skipping Steps” 14:05 – Creative Process & Writing Catchy Hooks 17:40 – Why Music Videos Matter 21:10 – “All I Want for Christmas Is Drill” Goes Viral 25:30 – The Highs & Lows of Virality 29:15 – On The Radar + Artistic Growth 32:45 – Touring with Lil Tjay & Performing at the O2 Arena 35:40 – Working with ASAP Ferg 37:30 – TikTok Strategy & Building a Fanbase 39:30 – “Nobody Owes You Anything” Mindset 41:00 – What 2026 Looks Like

#48 - Anima Iris w/ Wilglory Tanjong

In this episode Wilglory Tanjong talks about her experiences at Princeton University and if her Wharton MBA has been worth it. She discusses earlier career pivots and taking a chance as an entrepreneur. She speaks to the creation of Anima Iris, Beyonce wearing her bag, the difficulty in capital raising, and much more!! TIME STAMPS: Start-6:51    Princeton University experience  6:51-12:52    Early career pivots  12:52-14:30    Traveling the continent of Africa  14:30-26:45   Is business school worth it? 26:45-38:07   Anima Iris  38:07-47:30    Inflection points for Anima Iris  47:30-55:40    Beyonce wearing Anima Iris  55:40-1:03:50   Capital raising journey  1:03:50-End    Entrepreneurship advice  CREDITS: Hosted by Folarin Okulaja Produced by Folarin Okulaja Engineered by Folarin Okulaja Subscribe to Go With the Flo on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ] https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516]

#47 - Born to Create w/ Anthony Azekwoh

In this episode, Folarin is joined by Nigerian artist Anthony Azekwoh, and they discuss Anthony’s journey as an artist, from getting started with writing in secondary school to then getting into digital art. Anthony discusses dropping out of university and the effect it had on his relationship with his parents, they get into the 5 galleries he has put on and some of his other career accomplishments. They touch on getting over criticism as an artist, allowing yourself to enjoy success, and much more TIME STAMPS: Start-4:15   Anthony Intro  4:15-10:10   Secondary school years  10:10-14:00  Evolving as an artist 14:00-25:40  dropping out of school / Nigerian parents 25:40-31:20  Getting over criticism  31:20-36:46  First gallery 36:46-43:20   More accomplishments 43:20-47:00  Appreciation and celebrating accomplishments  47:00  Advice to other creatives CREDITS: Hosted by Folarin Okulaja Produced by Folarin Okulaja Engineered by Folarin Okulaja Subscribe to Go With the Flo on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeheP4nl7aAFDmC8QgV-LUQ] https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0TCIEfodZuvVgnOVsho4lj?si=N3Pvw2hpR7u4979mwAZ5lQ&dl_branch=1] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-with-the-flo/id1551569516]